Microsoft offers a number of licensing options to meet your needs. If you’re looking to acquire a new PC, the OEM option is your best bet. For smaller organizations or personal use where only a few licenses are needed, Full Packaged Product (FPP) or Retail is probably right for you. For larger organizations needing more than five licenses, one of our many Volume License Programs will suit your needs and save you money at the same time.
This chart will help you determine which option is right for you. Once you’ve chosen the best option for your needs, contact an authorized Microsoft reseller to purchase your software.
| Retail Product | Fewer than 5 PCs | Home, Corporate, Academic | Quick and easy |
| OEM Product (software pre-installed on new PCs) | Any | Home, Corporate | Easy and convenient |
| Open License | 5 or more PCs | Corporate, Academic, Charity, Government | Easy to use and understand, offers volume savings with minimum license requirements |
| Select License | 250 or more PCs | Corporate, Academic, Government | Better pricing levels and larger volume forecasts |
| Enterprise Agreement | 250 or more PCs | Corporate | This option recognizes a high-volume commitment with better savings levels. It also increases budgeting certainty, helps ensure compliance and allows you to run the latest versions of Microsoft products at all times during the agreement. |
| Enterprise Subscription Agreement | 250 or more PCs | Corporate | This option minimizes cash flow with lower annual payments than a new Enterprise Agreement, plus gives pricing flexibility to accommodate acquisitions and divestitures. It also allows you to run the latest versions of nominated Microsoft products at all times during the agreement. |
To learn more, download the complete table on Microsoft licensing options.